John Deere brings out fab new row crop tractor

With increased productivity in mind, John Deere, has just bolstered their already strong lineup of rowcrop tractrors with what they describe as the "most fuel-efficient row-crop tractor ever produced."

Dairy footprint smaller
now than in the 1940s

With all the talk of carbon footprints these days it is interesting to note recent research from Cornell University has found that today's dairy farmers actually have a smaller "footprint" than their predecessors.

Downturn may be nearing end, but recovery not assured
Households, businesses, banks and policy-makers should be thinking how they can influence recovery and ensure it is sustainable, Reserve Bank Governor Alan Bollard said today.

Mixed bag at North Island wool sale
New Zealand Wool Services International Ltd reports prices at today's auction of North Island wool in Napier were mixed as demand for some types was negated by a higher New Zealand dollar.

Does planting native trees near vineyards increase bird pressure?
With the increased plantings of vineyards throughout New Zealand the problem of grape damage by birds has become a huge problem.

Ignorance, stupidity or a calculated risk? Compliance staff left wondering
A string of recent incidents where farmers have committed what amounts to environmental vandalism without a resource consent has bemused and disappointed Environment Southland's compliance staff.